Bridge Inspection Project Engineer — NBIS Lead (TX)

LJA

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off
Comprehensive benefits
Family leave
Tuition reimbursement
Referral bonuses
Volunteer days
Professional development
Career growth
Fun culture

Job summary

LJA Transportation is seeking a Project Engineer to lead bridge inspection planning and field work, supervise inspectors, and develop repair strategies. You will coordinate load ratings and ensure NBIS compliance across transportation structures.

This role emphasizes mentoring junior staff and collaborating with a cross‑functional team. The position requires a PE in Texas with NBIS leadership credentials, and a focus on delivering high‑quality engineering solutions while supporting project

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of progressive structural engineering experience.
  • 4+ years NBIS bridge inspection experience; Texas experience desired.
  • Familiar with NBIS and SNBI
  • Current NBIS requirements to serve as a Qualified Team Lead
  • Proficiency with load ratings and load rating software

Responsibilities

  • Serve as technical resource for bridge inspections
  • Develop, train, and lead inspection staff
  • Plan, schedule, and perform bridge inspections
  • Prepare or review bridge inspection reports
  • Perform or check load ratings
  • Implement procedural updates for quality control of bridge inspections
  • Perform inspections of other transportation structures
  • Perform condition assessments of bridges and other structures
  • Prepare bridge repair and rehabilitation plans

Skills

Bridge inspections
Load ratings
NBIS knowledge
P.E. Texas
Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas
Qualified Bridge Inspection Team Lead in Texas

Job description

LJA Transportation is seeking a Project Engineer to lead bridge inspection planning and field work, supervise inspectors, and develop repair strategies. You will coordinate load ratings and ensure NBIS compliance across transportation structures.

This role emphasizes mentoring junior staff and collaborating with a cross‑functional team. The position requires a PE in Texas with NBIS leadership credentials, and a focus on delivering high‑quality engineering solutions while supporting project

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